Journal of Composites Science, Volume 9, Issue 5

In this work, conductive polymers, i.e., polyaniline (PANI) and its copolymers with polypyrrole (PPy), polythiophene (PTh), and poly (3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) (PEDOT) were synthesized following chemical oxidative polymerization methods and used in...

This study investigates the mechanical performance of epoxy resin composites reinforced with silane coupling agent-modified Al₂O₃ nanoparticles (m-Nano-Al₂O₃/epoxy). Three silane coupling agents (KH550, KH560, and KH570) were employed to functionaliz...

In this study, rice husk (RH, 15wt%) served as a carbonizing agent, and ammonium polyphosphate (APP) served as an acid and gas source. These were combined with polylactic acid (PLA) to develop a high-strength and flame-retardant PLA-based composite....

NiFe₂O₄ and TiO₂ are widely studied for photoelectrochemical (PEC) applications due to their unique properties. Nitrogen-doped graphene (NG) and metal–organic frameworks (MOFs), such as MIL-100(Fe) (where MIL stands for Materials of Lavoisier I...

The development of biocomposites derived from wheat flour and Hermetia illucens (black soldier fly) larvae flour presents a viable and sustainable alternative to conventional petroleum-based plastics, which contribute significantly to environmental d...

Biocomposites are defined as eco-friendly materials from an environmental point of view. Because of the importance of this class of materials, their study is important, especially in moist and heated conditions. In this sense, this work aims to evalu...

The process of formation of composite systems based on nanosilica A-300 and biologically active substances (BAS), namely gallic acid (GA), glycyrrhizic acid (GLA), and its salts, was studied using a set of physicochemical methods. It was shown that w...

Electrodeposited composite coatings are widely studied for their potential to improve surface properties such as wear resistance and friction reduction. This study investigates the effect of electrodeposition parameters on the structure, morphology,...

Tissue regeneration remains a key challenge in modern dentistry, particularly in cases of bone loss that hinder implant placement. This study evaluates the regenerative potential of RegenerOss^®, a porcine-derived bone substitute, through histolog...

This study analyses the effect of lignin extracted from the Dominico-Harton banana on the physicochemical properties of biodegradable methylhydroxyethylcellulose (MHEC) composites. Lignin was obtained by grinding and sieving, followed by treatment wi...

Shielding nanocomposites against gamma-rays are increasingly recognized as an advantageous alternative over conventional lead-based covers. In particular, constantly evolving nanocomposites are geared toward improving features such as flexibility and...

This study investigates the influence of crack width on the time to chloride-induced corrosion initiation in reinforced concrete (RC) bridge decks, incorporating climate change projections through the year 2100 under IPCC scenarios (RCP2.6 and RCP8.5...

The development of lightweight construction is of crucial importance for the development of sustainable technologies and for the reduction in carbon dioxide emissions, especially in the automotive industry. This study aims to address the challenges a...

Phosphorus contamination in water bodies is a major contributor to eutrophication, leading to algal overgrowth, oxygen depletion, and ecological imbalance. Conventional treatment methods, including chemical precipitation and synthetic adsorbents, are...

In recent years, there has been increasing interest in new materials such as ceramic matrix composites (CMCs) for power generation and aerospace propulsion applications through hydrogen combustion. This study employed a deep artificial neural network...

Staining removal is an issue of interest in dentistry. Current treatments deal with staining removal on enamel, while few studies concentrate on resin composites. The aim of the current study is to evaluate the efficacy in staining removal of an ozon...

This study presents the fabrication and characterization of magnetically active textiles using cotton fibers impregnated with suspensions of pumpkin seed oil, carbonyl iron microparticles, and propolis microparticles. The textiles were utilized to ma...

In the field of dentistry, achieving a natural look in dental restorations is crucial. This relies significantly on the ability of composite materials to mimic the optical characteristics of natural teeth, particularly their fluorescence. Fluorescenc...

This study investigates the impact of widely used mineral fillers in self-compacting concrete compositions applied in vibration-free reinforced concrete production technology, as a means of enhancing rheological characteristics and cost-effectiveness...

The impact of acidic beverages on dental restorative materials, such as composites and glass ionomers, is critical in conservative dentistry. Exposure to an acidic environment can lead to the degradation of these materials, affecting their durability...

This study investigates the mechanical performance of basalt fiber-reinforced polymer (BFRP) laminates as a suitable alternative to conventional glass fiber-reinforced composites for marine applications. The laminates were produced by varying the mai...

An electrochemically active and promising binary composite that is made up of titanium-based MXene (Ti₃C₂T_x) and rGO is developed to simultaneously detect the Cd²⁺ and Cu²⁺, in water. XRD, FTIR, Raman, XPS, FESEM, elemental mapping, and EDX analysis...

Drop-on-demand (DoD) printing is an additive manufacturing technique that utilizes functional inks containing nanoparticles (NPs) to fabricate electronic circuits or devices on a variety of substrates. One of the most promising applications for such...

In recent decades, the application of composite materials in aerostructures has significantly increased, with modern commercial aircraft progressively replacing aluminum alloys with composite components. This shift is exemplified by comparing the mat...

In this research paper, the ±45 biaxially oriented woven flax and its hybrid flax/carbon composite laminates are manufactured by the vacuum bag technique using vinyl ester as the resin binder and the samples are characterized to evaluate their...

Magnetoelectric composites enable strain-mediated coupling between magnetic and electric fields, supporting applications in sensors, actuators, and tunable devices. This study presents a finite element modeling framework for simulating the direct mag...

The growing demand for passenger comfort and environmental protection, as well as reducing fuel consumption and exhaust emissions, drives the search for new, high-performance materials. Composite leaf springs, applied as part of elastic suspension sy...

This article discusses the current problem of industrial waste disposal and its use in the production of building materials, which corresponds to the global concept of sustainable development. Attention is mainly paid to the development of a gruntosi...

In both fundamental and applied scientific exploration, nanostructured protective materials have garnered substantial interest owing to their multifaceted utilization in the fields of medicine, pharmaceuticals, and electronics, among others. This stu...

Polypyrrole (PPy)-doped bismuth calcium manganite (BCM) nanocomposites were synthesized by chemical polymerization. The amorphous nature of the polypyrrole and the monoclinic crystal structure of the BCM particles (35–65 nm) were confirmed by v...

In this study, a novel lignin-based magnetic composite with a shell-and-core structure and high saturated magnetic strength has been developed for the efficient removal of Pb(II) from wastewater. The adsorbent was fabricated through the introduction...

This study investigates, for the first time, the effects of polypropylene, steel, glass, and synthetic fibers on the mechanical and environmental properties of high-performance concrete (HPC) incorporating zeolite as a substitute for aggregates and c...

Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) is a technique used to investigate the thermal characteristics of materials by observing fluctuations in sample mass with changes in temperature. Amid the increasing worldwide focus on sustainable materials, biocompos...

Natural fibers have become increasingly popular owing to their affordability, environmental friendliness, and renewability. Owing to their abundance and low density, they have gained attention in their use as reinforcements in polymer composites. How...

This study presents the fabrication and characterization of hybrid magneto-responsive composites (hMRCs), composed of recyclable components: magnetite microparticles (MMPs) as fillers, lard as a natural binding matrix, and cotton fabric for structura...

Additive manufacturing (AM) has the potential to revolutionize the fabrication of continuous carbon fiber-reinforced polymer composites (CCFRPCs). Among AM techniques, direct ink writing (DIW) with ultraviolet (UV) curable resin shows promise for cre...

Waterborne polyurethane (WPU) coatings have gained significant attention in the industry due to their low environmental impact and excellent properties. Furthermore, the UV-curing system reduces energy costs and enhances curing efficiency. Hence, exp...

This experimental study produced recycled sand–silica fume–hair fiber concrete to enhance concrete sustainability. Recycled sand and silica fume can be used to address the environmental issues caused by excessive river sand mining and the...

This study numerically investigated free vibration characteristics of functionally graded material (FGM) beams on Winkler–Pasternak three-parameter elastic foundations using the modified generalized differential quadrature (MGDQ) method. To com...

This work shows a three-dimensional (3D) layerwise model for static and free vibration analyses of functionally graded piezomagnetic materials (FGPM) spherical shell structures where magnetic and elastic fields are completely coupled. The 3D magneto-...

Synthetic plastic impacts the environment due to its slow degradation and the generation of microplastics, driving the development of bioplastics. This study evaluated the use of bagasse fiber combined with corn and potato starch to improve the physi...

The lack of an in-depth understanding of electrical conduction behaviour in anisotropic carbon fibre-reinforced laminates was reflected by the fact that there was no measurement standard. Various ad hoc experimental techniques were used, involving a...

This manuscript delivers a comprehensive evaluation of five different ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) shear resistance models: FHWA-HRT-23-077 (2023), ePCI report (2021), French Standard NF-P-18-710 (2016), Canadian Standards A23.3-04 (2004),...

It has been previously shown that a selenium (Se) nanocomposite (NC) based on the natural polysaccharide arabinogalactan (AG) produced from Siberian larch wood (Larix sibirica Ledeb.), containing 0.000625% of Se, has antibacterial properties against...

Composite structures are increasingly being utilized in modern construction. This computational analysis focuses on the structural performance of composite beams formed by thin-walled, cold-formed steel channel sections strengthened with concrete. Th...

Polyether ether ketone (PEEK) is a high-performance thermoplastic widely used in aerospace, automotive, and medical applications due to its exceptional strength, heat resistance, and chemical stability. However, warpage and mechanical property variat...

Unstable sandy soils pose significant challenges for buried pipelines due to soil–infrastructure interaction, leading to settlement that increases the risk of displacement and stress-induced fractures. In earthquake-prone regions, seismic-induc...

As the volume of polymer waste continues to grow, the development of methods for their processing and the creation of composites is an urgent task. In this work, the characteristics of sand–polymer composites based on reclaimed thermoplastics (...

This research successfully enhances the mechanical properties of the ready-market resin product additively printed by using stereolithography (SLA) reinforced with glass powder. Using Esun Standard Resin (Shenzhen, China), various proportions of glas...

Forming hybrid structures into complex shapes is key to address lightweighting of automotive parts. Recently, an innovative joining technique between aluminium and Carbon Fibre-Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) based on mechanical interlocking through sheet...